neurology

Signs of Parkinson's disease (PD) include tremors, slowness of movement, muscle stiffness, balance problems, and nerve pain Parkinson's disease (PD) is a progressive disorder of the central nervous system that causes problems with movement and tremors. Symptoms of PD develop gradually and are mild at first. Signs of PD include: Tremors: Typically starts in the …

NF1 can worsen with time, resulting in new growths over the body that cause major psychological and cosmetic issues. Regular screening is crucial Neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) is also referred to as Von Recklinghausen's disease, Von Recklinghausen neurofibromatosis, and peripheral NF. Unfortunately, NF1 can worsen with time, resulting in new growths over the body that cause major psychological and cosmetic …

The warning signs of epilepsy are different for everyone, however, here are the most commonly reported symptoms of seizure disorder. The warning signs of epilepsy are different for everyone, but some of the commonly reported symptoms are: Prodrome (early signs): Odd feelings Confusion or feeling fuzzy Irritability Headache Mood swings Unable to concentrate Aura (late signs): A feeling before the …

What is Koselugo (selumetinib), and what is it used for? Brand name: Koselugo Generic: selumetinib Koselugo (selumetinib) is a prescription medicine that is used to treat children 2 years of age and older with neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) who have plexiform neurofibromas that cannot be completely removed by surgery. It is not known if Koselugo is safe and effective in children under 2 …

Children severely affected by holoprosencephaly typically do not live beyond early infancy, whereas mildly affected children survive past 12 months. Holoprosencephaly (HPE) is a developmental abnormality in which the brain doesn’t separate into two different hemispheres. HPE malformation is mostly seen in the forebrain.  During the 18th and 28th days after conception, the embryonic forebrain divides into two cerebral hemispheres. …

Damage to any part of the corpus callosum can lead to distorted or absent communication between the left and right hemispheres of the brain The function of the corpus callosum is to connect the two halves of the brain. Damage to any part of the corpus callosum can lead to distorted or absent communication between the left and right hemispheres …

While medications used to treat multiple sclerosis (MS) may not help ease fatigue, they may help keep you awake and manage your tiredness While medications used to treat multiple sclerosis (MS) may not help ease fatigue, they may help keep you awake and manage your tiredness. Presently, there are no FDA-approved drugs for treating MS-related fatigue. Doctors may prescribe off-label …

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is typically diagnosed between 20 to 40 years of age and affects women more than men. Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a disease that may affect individuals at any age from childhood to their 70s and 80s. However, it is typically diagnosed between 20 to 40 years of age and affects women more than men. Moreover, MS is …

For most people, medications offer a safe and effective way to relieve Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) symptoms. While they are not a permanent cure for ADHD, medicines may help improve the ability to control impulses, concentrate, follow through with tasks, and plan ahead. A majority of the medications commonly prescribed for ADHD are controlled substances regulated by the law. …

The parietal lobe of the brain, also called the association cortex, is responsible for sensory processing, navigation and control, and many other functions The parietal lobe of the brain, also called the association cortex, is located parallel to the deep groove that divides the brain into right and left halves. It serves multiple functions, include: Helps sense temperature changes through …